Unit 4: Gastrointestinal Disorders

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

What is the timing of administration for Proton Pump Inhibitors?

Before the first major meal of the day (correct)
After the last meal of the day
At bedtime
With an antacid

What is the primary mechanism of action of Antacids?

Neutralizing stomach acid by raising the pH of the stomach contents (correct)
Blocking the action of histamine
Reducing acid secretion in the stomach
Increasing the production of mucus in the stomach

What is the primary use of Alosetron in the treatment of IBS-D?

To increase the firmness of stools (correct)
To reduce the frequency of bowel movements
To treat symptoms of IBS-C
To relieve symptoms of chronic constipation

What is the primary adverse effect of Antacids?

Constipation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the therapeutic class of Omeprazole?

Proton Pump Inhibitor (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism of action of Antidiarrheals (Opioid)?

Decreasing intestinal motor activity and fluid secretion (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary contraindication for Alosetron?

History of bowel obstruction (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary nursing consideration for Proton Pump Inhibitors?

Take before the first major meal of the day (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary evaluation of effectiveness for Proton Pump Inhibitors?

Original symptoms are less noticeable (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary interaction of Antacids with other medications?

Decreased absorption of other medications (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between the symptoms of gastric ulcers and duodenal ulcers in relation to food intake?

Pain worsens with food intake in gastric ulcers and improves with food intake in duodenal ulcers (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason Proton Pump Inhibitors are taken before the first major meal of the day?

To increase the efficacy of the medication (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of Antacids in the treatment of PUD and GERD?

They alleviate symptoms (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of patients who may be prescribed Alosetron for IBS-D?

Female patients with severe IBS-D that has lasted more than 6 months (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary effect of Antidiarrheals (Opioid) on intestinal function?

Decrease fluid secretion and enhance mucosal absorption (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary nursing consideration for patients taking Alosetron?

Monitor for GI toxicity and sign a treatment agreement (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason Proton Pump Inhibitors are used for short-term therapy?

They are used for short-term therapy of active peptic ulcers (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of taking Proton Pump Inhibitors on an empty stomach?

It increases the efficacy of the medication (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary effect of Antacids on stomach acid?

They neutralize stomach acid (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between Antidiarrheals (Opioid) and Alosetron?

Alosetron is a selective blocker of 5-HT3 receptors, while Antidiarrheals decrease intestinal motor activity (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary effect of Proton Pump Inhibitors on the enzyme H+K+-ATPase?

Irreversible binding (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following medications is NOT used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD)?

Alosetron (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary effect of Antidiarrheals (Opioid) on fluid secretion in the intestines?

Decreased secretion (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common adverse effect of Antacids?

Constipation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of taking Proton Pump Inhibitors before the first major meal of the day?

Maximal acid suppression (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following medications is used for the treatment of PUD and has a mechanism of action involving the neutralization of stomach acid?

Aluminum Hydroxide (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary effect of Antidiarrheals (Opioid) on intestinal motor activity?

Decreased activity (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following medications is used for the treatment of IBS-D in female patients who have severe symptoms that have lasted more than 6 months and have been resistant to conventional management?

Alosetron (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary effect of Proton Pump Inhibitors on the symptoms of Peptic Ulcer Disease?

Reduced symptoms (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common interaction of Antacids with other medications?

Reduced absorption (B) Signup and view all the answers